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border-policy
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Washington Examinerpolitics8 days ago
Nine Cases of New World Screwworm Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico
The parasite reappeared in the United States after eradication in 1966. Officials are expanding sterile fly production to contain the outbreak.
France 24world10 days ago
EU Migration Reform Tightening Border Checks Takes Effect
New screening and fast-track rules for irregular arrivals begin Friday. The changes also create a relocation system and emergency powers for surges.
theconservativetreehouse.compolitics4 days ago
Trump Administration Reports 2.2 Million Voluntary Self-Deportations in 2025 After Spending Tens of Millions on Outreach
The U.S. government has spent tens of millions of dollars encouraging migrants to leave voluntarily. Many who attempt the process encounter missing documents, unpaid tickets, and uncertain protections.
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thehindu.comfinance25 days ago
Uganda Closes Border With DR Congo After Ebola Cases Rise
Ugandan authorities ordered the border with DR Congo closed on Wednesday after suspected cases of a rare Ebola strain approached 1,000 in the neighboring country. The closure applies immediately, with limited exceptions for emergencies, cargo, and security.
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thehindu.comworld25 days ago
Uganda Closes Border With Congo Over Ebola Surge
Uganda ordered the immediate closure of its border with Congo on Wednesday after suspected cases of a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain neared 1,000 in eastern Congo. Congo has confirmed 101 cases and at least 220 suspected deaths.
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france24.compolitics4 days ago
Chile Tightens Border Measures After New President Takes Office
Chile began stricter entry checks and started building a border wall with Peru after President José Antonio Kast took office. The measures have made daily movement harder for migrants in the Peruvian border city of Tacna, though large-scale removals have not occurred.
news.sky.compolitics31 days ago
British officials report 82% drop in net migration
Officials stated that net migration has fallen 82% and said the change fulfills a pledge to restore border control. A survey found 71% of the public rated the government's handling of immigration as poor.
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riotimesonline.comworld41 days ago
Dominican Republic Intensifies Deportations of Migrants to Haiti
The Dominican Republic has increased the pace of deportations, returning thousands of migrants across the border into Haiti. The country shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti and has long managed cross-border migration flows. Al Jazeera reported on the development from the r…
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New York Postpolitics44 days ago
Voluntary Departure Orders for Migrants Rise Sharply Since January 2025
More than 80,000 voluntary departure orders were issued by U.S. immigration judges from January 2025 through March 2026. That figure represents a more than 600 percent increase from the 11,400 orders issued in the last 15 months of the prior administration. The New York Post repo…
naturalnews.compolitics44 days ago
Trump Border Czar Says Decision on Legal Status for Non-Criminal Illegal Immigrants Rests With President
Tom Homan, the border czar, was asked whether he supports granting legal status to millions of immigrants living illegally in the U.S. but otherwise law-abiding. Homan responded that discussions are ongoing and deferred to President Trump. @CBSNews reported the exchange.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics45 days ago
California Gubernatorial Candidate Defends Record On Migrant Children During Debate
A leading Democratic candidate for California governor, who previously served as secretary of health and human services, said reports that his department lost contact with more than 85,000 unaccompanied migrant children were lies. His opponent in the June 2 primary pressed him on…
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680news.compolitics49 days ago
Kenyan Health Secretary Supports Reopening Border with Somalia to Enhance Trade
Kenya's Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale endorsed plans to reopen the border with Somalia, stating it would improve trade and movement of goods and people. The border has been closed since 2011 due to security issues. Recent government steps include allowing limited exports ah…
thezimbabwemail.comworld60 days ago
Zimbabwe President Proposes Identity Cards for Border Crossings with Botswana
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa proposed allowing citizens of Zimbabwe and Botswana to use national identity cards instead of passports for border crossings. The proposal aims to ease movement of people and goods to promote bilateral trade. It was made during a bi-nationa…